Delta State University
Description:
Radio Operations Specialist is a full-time, 12-month, 100% grant-funded position housed within the Office of Communications and Marketing that oversees the daily operations of the Delta State University radio stations by scheduling programming, producing live and pre-recorded content, managing schedules and training for student volunteers and interns, recording and scheduling sponsor messages. The Radio Operations Specialist reports to the Campus Media Coordinator, works closely with Communications & Marketing team members and other campus constituencies to ensure that the highest performance standards are maintained.
Responsibilities:
- Oversees the daily operations of WDSW-LP 88.1/WDSW-FM station and DSU Radio Online; - Coordinates weekly schedules and expands database of programming; - Monitors radio station equipment and computers, while maintaining current inventory records and maintenance logs; - Ensures compliance with FCC protocols; - Records and schedules weekday news updates and announcements; - Trains and supervises radio station student personnel; - Manages volunteer database and schedules for student volunteers and interns; - Engages in outreach and collaboration with industry leaders to ensure WDSW-FM and DSU - Radio Online graduates employment-ready alumni; - Records sponsor messages and schedules in accordance with rate card; - Reports programming plans and financial requests to Campus Media Coordinator; - Follows guidelines with Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 (FERPA) as they pertain to the students’ rights to privacy and accuracy and retention of academic records; and - Other duties as assigned as related to radio operations.Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Broadcasting, Management, Communications or related field or commensurate industry experience. - Experience in radio management. - Familiarity with Music Maker and PlayOut1 or comparable software preferred. - Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community. - Demonstrated record of: - Leadership, interpersonal and oral/written communication skills with ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a changing, evolving department. - Integrity and commitment to developing and maintaining the highest standards and working with a diverse population. - Plan and budget time wisely, be detail-oriented and motivated to take initiative. - Must be a United States citizen or have legal authorization to work in the United States.Contact:
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